Political Quotes

George H.W. Bush

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George H.W. Bush was the 41st President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1989, to January 20, 1993. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1989. Bush was a World War II veteran and served in various roles within the U.S. government, including as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 1976 to 1977. His presidency is noted for significant events such as the Gulf War and the fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as his efforts in foreign policy and international diplomacy.

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Jul 9, 1989

Poland's economic recovery will require a strong entrepreneurial sector, growing fast and generating wealth to benefit the whole nation.

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Jul 9, 1989

The measures recognize that successful market economic reform and democratization in Poland, and elsewhere in East Central Europe, can lay the basis for European stability and security.

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Jul 9, 1989

Robert B. Barker will continue to serve as Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Atomic Energy at the Department of Defense.

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Jul 9, 1989

Remember those words, because their spirit is Poland's spirit.

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Jul 9, 1989

This Report provides a basis for significant additional improvements in the management of the Department of Defense and in the defense acquisition process.

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Jul 8, 1989

Today our two nations are partners in commerce and common defense, and the common values that bind us have never been stronger.

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Jul 8, 1989

I travel first to Poland and Hungary, nations on the threshold of a new era, nations where the spirit of freedom is strong.

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Jul 6, 1989

This would prohibit Members of Congress from diverting excess honoraria to charities.

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Jul 6, 1989

I am submitting for your consideration and enactment the 'Senior Executives Salary Act of 1989.'

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Jul 6, 1989

We will work closely with our allies to support peace and security around the world.

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Jul 6, 1989

I hereby establish the Commission on Alternative Utilization of Military Facilities.

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Jul 6, 1989

On July 14, Americans will join the people of France in celebrating the 200th anniversary of the taking of the Bastille.

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Jul 6, 1989

Prompt legislative action is needed to address pay deficiencies for employees with exceptional qualifications and to make pay more competitive at the senior levels of Government.

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Jul 6, 1989

Enactment of this legislation would result in the next Congress being honoraria-free.

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Jul 6, 1989

The proposal calls for the elimination of honoraria over 18 months.

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Jul 6, 1989

The bill also provides for due process and Merit Systems Protection Board appeal so as to ensure that the new recertification provisions are not used for political or other proscribed purposes.

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Jul 6, 1989

I am proud to nominate Arthur W. Fort to be an Assistant Secretary of State.

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Jul 6, 1989

Fifty years ago, Jack sponsored the very first Little League team, and today, he's still contributing to America's love affair with baseball.

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Jul 6, 1989

The legislation also provides for salary increases ranging from 8 percent to 25 percent for senior executive branch officials.

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Jul 6, 1989

This pay gap is affecting the Federal Government's ability to attract and retain the skilled and motivated senior executives necessary to direct the complex, wide-ranging, and critical functions of the Federal Government.

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Jul 6, 1989

Little League has grown into the world's largest organized youth sports program.

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